Lindsay Sykes, BACP

Lindsay Sykes is a compassionate integrative counsellor based in the North-West of England who brings 15 years of professional experience to her work. She creates a calm, attentive space where people can explore the issues that have brought them to therapy, whether those are grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, addictions, or the many life transitions that can feel overwhelming. Lindsay aims to support and empower clients so they can move toward a more fulfilling and purposeful life.

Lindsay’s practice is integrative, with a strong foundation in the person-centred approach. She trusts that each person is the expert in their own story and works alongside clients to help them clarify feelings, values, and choices. Lindsay is also a qualified cognitive behavioural therapist - a practical approach that helps to identify and work with specific patterns related to anxiety, depression, and other common concerns. Techniques such as mindfulness, journaling, and creative expression may be used when they suit the client’s needs and preferences.

Over her career Lindsay has developed particular experience in miscarriage and pregnancy loss, baby and child loss, fertility issues, and ongoing pregnancy counselling after loss. She has also supported people through bereavements related to the coronavirus pandemic and other losses, and she recognises how a single event can make long-standing stresses feel unmanageable. Lindsay works with a wide range of issues including stress, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, sleep difficulties, coping with life changes, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

She holds the BACP credential - the membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and provides therapy in English. Lindsay accepts international clients and offers flexible ways of working to fit different needs and lifestyles.

Integrative techniques and accessible online therapy

Lindsay works in an integrative way that combines person-centred counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy to address a wide range of concerns. The person-centred approach focuses on listening deeply and helping clients uncover their own solutions - it is well suited to exploring identity, grief, self-esteem, and relationship issues. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a structured, evidence-informed method that helps people understand and shift patterns of thought and behaviour often connected to anxiety, depression, and stress.

She also draws on mindfulness practices to help clients develop present-moment awareness and coping strategies for distressing emotions. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process - Lindsay discusses options with each person, adapting techniques to match their goals, preferences, and the pace that feels most comfortable.

Online therapy with Lindsay is offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and access support from different locations. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, reduce travel time, and allow people to engage in therapy in the way that suits them best while working with a registered professional.